Darren Bent linked with move away from Aston Villa

The former England forward is wanted by two Turkish giants

Record signing Darren Bent has been linked with a move to Turkey, with Trabzonspor and Fenerbahce reportedly interested in the striker.

Bent, who has a year left on his contract, has been given a clean slate to report back to pre-season training with Villa
next Monday, after previously being deemed surplus to requirements by manager Paul Lambert.

But Villa remain open to offers for the £24 million frontman following his loan spell at Fulham last season, and would welcome the saving on the high earner’s wages if a taker can be found.

Paul Lambert
is set to get funds to recruit Roy Keane as his assistant manager this week, but must continue to look for free transfers and loans to add to Villa’s squad, following the Bosman signings of Philippe Senderos and Joe Cole.

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